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How old is the Hebrew bible? : a linguistic, textual, and historical study /

The age of the Hebrew Bible is a topic that has sparked controversy and debate in recent years. The scarcity of clear evidence allows for the possibility of many views, though these are often clouded by theological and political biases. This impressive, broad-ranging book synthesizes recent linguist...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autores principales: Hendel, Ronald S. (Autor), Joosten, Jan (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: New Haven : Yale University Press, [2018]
Colección:Anchor Yale Bible reference library.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Descripción
Sumario:The age of the Hebrew Bible is a topic that has sparked controversy and debate in recent years. The scarcity of clear evidence allows for the possibility of many views, though these are often clouded by theological and political biases. This impressive, broad-ranging book synthesizes recent linguistic, textual, and historical research to clarify the history of biblical literature, from its oldest texts and literary layers to its youngest. In clear, concise language, the authors provide a comprehensive overview that cuts across scholarly specialties to create a new standard for the historical study of the Bible. This much-needed work paves the path forward to dating the Hebrew Bible and understanding crucial aspects of its historical and contemporary significance.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xvi, 221 pages)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
ISBN:9780300240382
0300240384